TERMS AND CONDITIONS

In these Booking Conditions:-

“the Owner” shall mean The Joint Properties Ltd of 12 Alva Street, Edinburgh EH2 4QG.

“the Client shall mean the person in whose name the booking is made and shall include the person or persons on whose behalf the same is made.

“the property” shall mean Chalet Càirdeil, 143 Chemin des Foullettes, La Plaine des Praz, Chamonix

2 BOOKING AND DEPOSIT

Bookings will be made via our online booking system. Upon submission of the booking reservation with the non-refundable 25% deposit, an automatic summary email will be sent to show the booking. Confirmation of the booking will be by way of an additional email from the Owner which will form the contract between both parties.

3 TERMS OF PAYMENT

The full balance of the holiday price must be received by the Owner no later than 8 weeks prior to the date of the commencement of the rental period. The Owner reserves the right in its absolute discretion to treat the booking as having been cancelled by the Client if any part of the holiday price has not been received by the date on which it is due in accordance with the above.

4 CANCELLATION BY THE OWNER

In the unlikely event that the Owner is forced to make any substantial changes to the Client’s holiday or even cancel it, we will offer you a full refund. We do, however, reserve the right to

make these changes if appropriate. If you do accept a refund, we will be under no further liability.

5 CANCELLATION BY THE CLIENT

All cancellations by the Client must be in writing signed by the person who signed the booking form and sent by recorded delivery or email. Cancellation applies only from the date of receipt by the Owner of such notice. If a cancellation is made by the Client, then the following refunds will apply:

Cancellation period prior to commencement Refund due (based on total price)

More than 8 weeks 75% (deposit kept)
8-6 weeks before 50%
6-4 weeks before 25%
Less than 4 weeks 0%

In the event of a cancellation charge arising under this clause the amount due must be paid by the Client to the Owner within 7 days of the charge arising, notwithstanding the fact that the Client’s holiday insurance policy may cover the cancellation charge. It is the Client’s responsibility to claim any such insurance monies due.

In the event of a cancellation, refunds of amounts paid will be made if the Owner is able to re-let the “Property”, and any expenses or losses incurred in so doing will be deducted from the refundable amount.

6 RENTAL PERIOD

The rental period shall commence at 1600 on the first day and finish at 1000 on the last day. The Owner shall not be obliged to offer the accommodation before the time stated and the Client shall not be entitled to remain in occupation after the time stated, unless by prior agreement.

7 DAMAGE

A security deposit of £250.00 will be required at the time of final payment.

Clients will be liable for any damage caused by themselves or their guests. The security deposit will be refunded less the costs of any extra cleaning or damage which may have occurred during the holiday. However, the sum reserved by this clause shall not limit the Client’s liability to the Owner. The Owner will account to the Client for the security deposit and refund the balance due (less any deductions made to cover damage to the Property or any of its contents caused by the Client or any additional cleaning charges incurred by the Owner) within twenty-one days of the return of the keys at the end of the rental period.

The Client shall report to the Owner, without delay, any defects in the Property or breakdown in the equipment, plant, machinery or appliances in the property or garden. Arrangements for repair and or replacement will be made as soon as possible.

8 RESPONSABILITIES

The Client agrees to be a considerate tenant and to take good care of the “Property” and to leave it in a clean and tidy condition at the end of the rental period. Although a final clean is included in our prices, the Owner reserves the right to make retention from the security deposit to cover additional cleaning costs if the Client leaves the “Property” in an unacceptable condition. The Client also agrees not to act in any way which would cause disturbance to those residents in neighbouring properties. In addition the Client undertakes to ensure that doors and windows are locked at all times when the Client leaves the Property whether during the day or at night. The Client will be responsible for any loss suffered by the Owner (for which the Owner is unable to claim under his own insurance policy) as a result of theft or illegal entry if entry is gained via unlocked doors or windows.

9 LIABILITY OF THE OWNER

The Owner shall not be liable to the Client in any way whatsoever, whether in damages, cost expenses, claims or proceedings for the following:

(a) Any temporary defect or stoppage in the supply of public services to the “Property”, nor in respect of any equipment, plant, machinery or appliance in the “Property” or garden,

(b) for any loss, damage or injury which is the result of adverse weather or civil conditions, riot, war, strikes or other matters beyond the control of the Owner.

(c) for any loss, damage or inconvenience caused to or suffered by the Client if the “Property” shall be destroyed or substantially damaged before the start of the rental period and in any such event, the Owner shall, within seven days of notification to the Client, refund to the Client all sums previously paid in respect of the rental period.

(d) any loss damage or injury suffered by the Client, his family children or guests howsoever incurred, during the term of the rental period. The Owner gives no warranty as to the suitability or safety of the house, hot tub or grounds for use or occupation by any person other than the Owner and in particular for use or occupation by young persons and children under the age of 18. It is the responsibility of the Client to ensure that all young children are properly supervised by an adult at all times.

10 INSURANCE

The Client is strongly recommended to arrange a comprehensive travel insurance policy (including cancellation cover) and to have full cover for the party’s personal belongings; public liability etc. since these are not covered by the Owner’s insurance and no claim may be made by the Client under any insurance policy held by the Owner.

11 JURISDICTION

Notwithstanding the above, under no circumstances shall the Owner’s liability to the Client exceed the amount paid to the Owner for the rental period. This contract shall be governed by Scots law in every particular including formation and interpretation and shall be deemed to have been made in Scotland. Any proceedings arising out of or in connection with this contract may be brought in any court of competent jurisdiction in Scotland.

12 SMOKING

Smoking is not allowed within the confines of the Property.

13 PETS

No pets are permitted at the Property.